The "Dead Loop" of Olga Korbut, also known as the Korbut Flip, was a daring gymnastics move performed by the Soviet gymnast Olga Korbut at the 1972 Munich Olympics. This maneuver involved Korbut standing on the high bar, performing a backflip, and then regrasping the bar. It was a display of incredible skill and athleticism, showcasing Korbut's prowess as a gymnast.
However, the Dead Loop was banned shortly after the 1972 Olympics due to its high level of danger. The move required precise timing and execution, and a slight miscalculation could result in severe injury or even death. The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) decided to ban the Dead Loop to prioritize the safety of gymnasts.
Despite its ban, the Dead Loop remains a significant moment in Olympic history and is remembered for Olga Korbut's exceptional performance.
A thread of spectacular colorized photos from history
1. Jesse Owens saluting during the medal ceremony after defeating Nazi Germany's Luz Long at the 1936 Berlin Olympics.
Been a lot of suspect refereeing today but none more suspect than that Ohio State-Illinois game in the 2nd half.
Buckeyes lose by 3 with the total foul count 27-13…
Ohio State’s loss to Illinois featured the second-largest foul disparity in any Big Ten game in the last six years. Ohio State was called for 27 fouls, Illinois was called for 13. https://t.co/AMV7alMfzb
Presenting your @OhioPrincipals Ohio State Cheerleading Champion: @dublinjeromehs. Our Fompetition Cheer squad walked away with 🥇 in Stunt, GGs, & Game Day Build (still waiting on final results in Gold). So much work, dedication, and effort went into this, and we are so proud!
Today I’m announcing my support for The Six Nations competing in Olympic Lacrosse under its own Tribal flag.
Their ancestors created the game.
They perfected it for a millennium.
Their circumstances are unique and they should be granted an exception to field their own team.